If you enjoy driving and simulation games, you have probably heard of Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) and Bus Simulator Indonesia (BUSSID).

At first, comparing these two games might seem a little strange. ETS2 is mainly about driving trucks across Europe, while BUSSID puts you behind the wheel of Indonesian buses. But both games have something in common: they are built around the simple idea of getting into a vehicle and enjoying the journey.

The real question is not simply which game is better. It is which one is better for you.

ETS2 is the better choice if you want a deeper PC trucking simulator with long-distance cargo delivery, a huge European map and extensive customization. BUSSID is more suitable if you prefer buses, Indonesian roads, mobile gaming and easy customization.

So, let’s compare ETS2 and BUSSID in different areas.

ETS2 vs BUSSID: Quick Comparison

Feature	Euro Truck Simulator 2	Bus Simulator Indonesia
Main vehicle	Trucks	Buses
Main setting	Europe	Indonesia
Platform	PC	Android, Windows
Gameplay	Trucking and cargo delivery	Bus driving and passenger routes
Customization	Extensive	Very flexible
Mods	Huge PC mod community	Vehicle mod system
Multiplayer	Convoy features	Online convoy
Driving style	More simulation-focused	Easier and more casual
Best for	Trucking fans	Bus and mobile fans

Both games have their own strengths, so the comparison becomes more interesting when you actually look at how they feel to play.

1. Gameplay

This is probably the biggest difference between the two.

In ETS2, you start as a truck driver and gradually build your career. You take jobs, transport different types of cargo and travel between cities across Europe. The game is designed around long-distance trucking rather than quick races.

That slower pace is actually one of the reasons people enjoy ETS2. You can spend a long time driving without feeling like you are constantly being asked to do something.

The game has also continued to receive new content. Recent updates and DLCs have added new areas, cargo and other improvements. The official Steam Workshop also provides thousands of community-created items for the game.

BUSSID takes a different approach.

You are primarily a bus driver operating in an Indonesian environment. You can drive through cities and other locations while completing routes. The game is designed to be easy to pick up, so you don’t need to spend hours learning complicated controls before you can enjoy it.

BUSSID also has online convoy multiplayer, while the game itself is listed as supporting offline play.

Winner for deeper simulation: ETS2

Winner for simple and accessible gameplay: BUSSID

2. Graphics and Environment

ETS2 has a clear advantage when it comes to the overall scale and detail of its world.

The game lets you travel through different European countries, with cities, highways, countryside and landmarks changing as you move around the map. Its map has also continued to expand through official DLCs. For example, recent map expansions have added areas such as northern Scandinavia, while other DLCs cover regions including Greece and the Balkans.

BUSSID has a much more specific visual identity.

Instead of trying to recreate Europe, it focuses on Indonesia. You get Indonesian-style roads, cities, buses, traffic and roadside environments.

This is actually one of BUSSID’s strongest points. The game feels different because it isn’t trying to look like ETS2. It has its own atmosphere.

The official listing describes the game as featuring authentic Indonesian cities and places, Indonesian buses and detailed 3D graphics.

Winner for large-scale environments: ETS2

Winner for Indonesian atmosphere: BUSSID

3. Vehicles

This one is obvious, but it matters.

ETS2 is built around trucks. If your favorite part of simulation games is heavy cargo vehicles, trailers and long-distance deliveries, ETS2 is naturally going to be more appealing.

There is also a lot of room for truck customization. You can change different parts of your truck and add accessories, while official DLCs continue to introduce additional cargo and customization content.

BUSSID is primarily about buses.

And this is where BUSSID becomes especially interesting for bus fans. The game includes Indonesian buses and also allows players to use their own 3D vehicle models through its vehicle mod system.

So there isn’t really a universal winner here.

If you want trucks, choose ETS2.

If you want buses, choose BUSSID.

4. Mods and Customization

This is one of the most interesting parts of the comparison.

ETS2 has an enormous PC modding ecosystem. The Steam Workshop makes it easy to find and install community-created content, including custom trucks, cargo and other items.

There are also countless customization options available through the game’s own systems and official DLC.

BUSSID has taken a different approach. One of its standout features is the ability to use custom vehicle models through its vehicle mod system. Players can also design their own liveries, which is particularly popular among the BUSSID community.

This makes BUSSID surprisingly flexible for a mobile game.

For someone who enjoys downloading Indian-style buses, custom liveries or other community-created vehicles, BUSSID can be a lot of fun.

Winner for overall PC mod ecosystem: ETS2

Winner for easy mobile customization: BUSSID

5. Realism

When people say “realistic,” they can mean different things.

ETS2 generally feels more like a dedicated truck simulator. The pace, vehicle handling, cargo deliveries and long-distance journeys are designed around the experience of being a truck driver.

Recent ETS2 updates have even introduced more detailed cargo loading and unloading features for certain cargo types, showing how the game continues to add simulation-focused details.

BUSSID also has realistic elements, but it is easier to pick up and play. The controls are designed to work well on a touchscreen, which naturally changes how the game feels compared with a PC simulator using a keyboard, controller or steering wheel.

That does not mean BUSSID is unrealistic. It simply targets a different audience.

Winner for serious simulation: ETS2

Winner for easier mobile simulation: BUSSID

6. Mobile vs PC

This is where the choice becomes very easy.

If you are playing on a PC, ETS2 is the obvious option if you want truck simulation.

If you are playing on an Android phone, BUSSID makes much more sense.

BUSSID is officially available on Android and Windows, while ETS2 is a PC-focused game available through platforms such as Steam.

Trying to compare them purely on graphics would therefore be unfair. ETS2 is designed around PC hardware, while BUSSID needs to work as a mobile game.

For someone who wants to sit down at a PC with a large screen and potentially use dedicated driving controls, ETS2 is much better suited.

For someone who wants to play during free time on a phone, BUSSID is the more convenient choice.

7. Which Game Has Better Multiplayer?

Both games have multiplayer-style features, but they approach them differently.

ETS2 supports convoy-style multiplayer, allowing players to drive together.

BUSSID also includes an online multiplayer convoy feature, which is one of the reasons the game is popular among mobile driving-game players.

The experience is obviously different because one game revolves around trucks and the other around buses.

If your friends are already playing BUSSID on mobile, its convoy system can be a good reason to choose it.

ETS2 vs BUSSID: Which One Should You Choose?

After comparing both games, I don’t think there is one winner for everyone.

Choose ETS2 if you:

Prefer trucks over buses
Want a serious trucking simulator
Play mainly on PC
Enjoy long-distance cargo deliveries
Want a large European map
Like extensive PC mod support
Prefer deeper simulation mechanics

Choose BUSSID if you:

Prefer buses
Mainly play on Android
Like Indonesian roads and environments
Want simple controls
Enjoy custom liveries
Like vehicle mods
Want to play convoy multiplayer with friends

Final Verdict

So, ETS2 vs BUSSID — which is better in 2026?

For overall truck simulation, ETS2 wins. It offers a deeper trucking experience, a huge European environment, long-distance cargo jobs and an extremely large PC modding community.

But that does not make BUSSID a worse game.

For Android bus simulation, BUSSID is the better choice. Its Indonesian setting, bus-focused gameplay, custom liveries, vehicle mod system and convoy multiplayer give it an identity of its own. The game currently has more than 100 million downloads on Google Play, showing just how large its Android audience has become.

In the end, it comes down to what you want to drive.

Truck + PC + long journeys = ETS2.

Bus + Android + Indonesian roads = BUSSID.

And if you enjoy both types of games, there is really no reason to choose only one. They offer two different versions of the driving-simulator experience, and that is exactly what makes this comparison interesting.